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Ministry of Culture
No grant under Kala Sanskriti Vikas Yojana has been cancelled due to COVID Pandemic: Shri G Kishan Reddy
In view of the prevailing Covid Pandemic conditions, the Ministry of Culture has formulated and devised guidelines in October, 2020 to help artists / organisations who have already been sanctioned grant under various scheme components of Kala Sanskriti Vikas Yojana  to conduct events on virtual mode. In terms of the guidelines, the grantees approved under various schemes who have conducted programmes / projects are to submit the details of programme held while applying for the next grant / instalment.
No grant under Kala Sanskriti Vikas Yojana has been cancelled due to Covid pandemic.
This information was given by minister of Culture, Shri G. Kishan Reddy in written reply in Rajya Sabha Today.
Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
India’s first pure green hydrogen plant commissioned in Jorhat
Oil India Limited  has taken the first significant step towards Green Hydrogen Economy in India with the commissioning of India’s First 99.999% pure Green Hydrogen pilot plant, with an installed capacity of 10 kg per day at its Jorhat Pump Station in Assam today. The plant was commissioned in a record time of 3 months.
Shri Sushil Chandra Mishra, Chairman & Managing Director, inaugurated the plant in the presence of Shri Harish Madhav, Director  and Shri Prasanta Borkakoty, Resident Chief Executive of the company. The plant produces Green Hydrogen from the electricity generated by the existing 500kW Solar plant using a 100 kW Anion Exchange Membrane  Electrolyser array. The use of AEM technology is being used for the first time in India.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Mishra said that the company has taken an important step towards fulfilling the vision of our Prime Minister for an atmanirbhar India. This plant is expected to increase its production of green hydrogen from 10 kg per day to 30 kg per day in future. The company has initiated a detailed study in collaboration with IIT Guwahati on blending of Green Hydrogen with Natural Gas and its effect on the existing infrastructure of OIL. The company also plans to study use cases for commercial applications of the blended fuel.
Ministry of Tourism
Ministry of Tourism is developing 15 thematic circuits in the country for the development of tourism – Shri Prahlad Singh Patel
The Ministry of Tourism, under the Swadesh Darshan scheme is developing thematic circuits in the country in planned and prioritized manner. Under the scheme fifteen thematic circuits have been identified for development namely; North-East Circuit, Buddhist Circuit, Himalayan Circuit, Coastal Circuit, Krishna Circuit, Desert Circuit, Tribal Circuit, Eco Circuit, Wildlife Circuit, Rural Circuit, Spiritual Circuit, Ramayana Circuit, Heritage Circuit, Sufi Circuit, and Tirthankara Circuit.
Submission of proposals by the State Governments under the scheme is a continuous process. The projects under the scheme are identified for development in consultation with the State Governments/Union Territory Administrations and are sanctioned subject to availability of funds, submission of suitable Detailed Project Reports, adherence to scheme guidelines and utilization of funds released earlier.
Ministry of Tourism has taken several steps for development of tourism in the country which inter-alia includes the following:
i. Launched the Swadesh Darshan and PRASHAD Schemes for development of tourism infrastructure in the country.
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Identified 17 Iconic Sites in the country for development by seeking convergence with other Central Ministries/Departments/State Governments /Urban Local Bodies
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Launched the “Adopt a Heritage-Apni Dharohar Apni Pehchan” Project for development and maintenance of tourist amenities at heritage sites/monuments and other tourist sites.
iv. Development and promotion of ‘Niche Tourism’ products to attract tourist with specific interest and to ensure repeat visits for the unique products in which India has a comparative advantage.
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Launched 24x7 toll free Multi-Lingual Tourist Helpline.
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Promoting India as a holistic tourism destination including its various tourism sites and products through Incredible India 2.0 Campaign.
vii. Providing facility of e-Visa for 5 sub-categories i.e. e-Tourist visa, e-Business visa, e-Medical visa, e-Medical Attendant visa and e-Conference visa for nationals of 170 countries.
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E-Visa has been further liberalized and the visa fee has been substantially reduced.
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Revamp of Incredible India Website having information on tourism sites/destinations in different States/Union Territory Administrations.
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Launched Incredible India Tourist Facilitator Programme on an online digital platform to provide basic, advanced and refresher courses for tourist facilitators.
xi. New mountain peaks have been opened for Mountaineering/Trekking to give boost to adventure tourism in the country.
xii. Lowering of GST on hotels rooms with tariffs of ₹1,001 to ₹7,500/night to 12% and for ₹7,501 & above to 18% to increase India’s competitiveness as a tourism destination.
This information was given by the Minister of State  of Culture and Tourism, Shri Prahlad Singh Patel in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Finance
CBDT participates in the ‘RozgarMela’ drive
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launched the mega recruitment drive, the ‘Rozgar Mela’ today via video conferencing. During this recruitment drive, 10 lakh personnel are expected to be recruited. In the first tranche of this drive, appointment letters were given to over 75,000 new appointees/recruits selected from across the country in various Departments and Ministries of the Government.
Prime Minister addressed/congratulated these appointees on this occasion. All the new appointees participated in the function; either in person at the 50 chosen locations/centres all across the country or through a link provided to them to connect virtually. Functions were held in 50 locations all over India and were presided over by senior dignitaries who handed over appointment letters to some of the new recruits at these centres.
Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman presided over the function organized at Chennai. A total of 57 candidates have been appointed in the Chennai Region by the Income Tax Department. Out of these, 20 appointees were present in person to receive the appointment letters. The Finance Minister handed over appointment letters to 3 new appointees of the Department  who attended the function in person and link to attend the function virtually was shared with the remaining candidates.
All Ministries and Departments have been directed to work towards filling up existing vacancies against sanctioned posts in Mission Mode. As part of the Mission Mode Recruitment Drive, the Income Tax Department has also issued 1093 appointment letters to the newly appointed Inspectors of Income Tax and Tax Assistants on 22nd October, 2022. Out of these, around 300 new appointees participated in person in the functions which were held in all the 18 Pr.CCIT  Regions and others through virtual mode.
Ministry of Defence
Ministry of Defence Launches ‘RDP INDIA 2019’
Asa new initiative in sync with the Digital India campaign of the Government, Ministry of Defence had launched a mobile app 'RDP India 2019' on the Republic Day, with the intent of making available the highlights of the Republic Day event, not only to the spectators at Rajpath, but also to the general public all over theworld.
This app contains information about the Parade on Rajpath, New Delhi, including Order of the March, details of the tableaux presented by different States and Ministries, children cultural performances, fly past and names of recipients of Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2019. It was extremely informative to the spectators witnessing the Parade and was widely appreciated. The app also hadthe provision for live streaming of the Parade.
People who desire to know the theme and ideas depicted in the tableaux and also those who for some reason could not witness the Parade on Rajpath or watch it on TV, can still download the app and gather all information about the event..
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Rashtrapati Bhavan organises a two-day workshop on "Disaster Management of Museums and Heritage Buildings"
Rashtrapati Bhavan, in association with the National Institute of Disaster Management , has organised a workshop on “Disaster Management of Museums and Heritage Buildings” on July 7-8, 2022, at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Museum.
The aim of this workshop is to create awareness among the officials of Rashtrapati Bhavan and other stakeholders towards disaster management with special focus on heritage buildings, museums and cultural heritage.
During the two-day workshop, participants will learn about the various aspects of Disaster Management Act; Disaster Management framework and guidelines; Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction ; Prime Minister’s 10 Point Agenda on Disaster Risk Reduction etc in different sessions.
On the first day, speakers stressed about the need of the awareness towards Disaster Management and imparting knowledge to train the stakeholders to mitigate the loss in the event of any disaster. They also highlighted the importance of disaster management in heritage buildings and laid emphasis on formulating effective guidelines and response mechanism for disaster management.
PIB Headquarters
PIB’S BULLETIN ON COVID-19
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- 187.26 cr vaccine doses have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
- India's Active caseload currently stands at 14,241
- Active cases stand at 0.03%
- Recovery Rate currently at 98.75%
- 1,589 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to 4,25,16,068
- 2,451 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours
- Daily positivity rate 
- Weekly Positivity Rate 
- 83.38 cr Total Tests conducted so far; 4,48,939 tests conducted in the last 24 hours
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Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Union MoS for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Shripad Naik inaugurated Seafarers Club at JNPA on the occasion of International Seafarers Day
Acknowledging Seafarers’ contribution and sacrifices to strengthen India's economy, MoS assured resolving the challenges faced by the them.”
Navi Mumbai, June 25, 2023
Union Minister of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways & Tourism Shri Shripad Naik, inaugurated the Seafarers Club at Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority , today on the occasion of the International Seafarers Day. The International day for the Seafarers is observed on June 25 with an aim to acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional contribution made by seafarers worldwide to international maritime trade, the global economy, and society as a whole.
The state-of-the-art club, located within JNPA premises, provides a welcoming and comfortable space for seafarers. The club will serve as a perfect gateway for maritime professionals during their time on land. Being one of the premier ports in India, JNPA recognizes the invaluable contributions made by seafarers to the maritime industry. The Seafarers Club aims to support and enhance the well-being of these hardworking individuals, offering them a range of amenities and services that will make their stay in JNPA more enjoyable.
Pointing out the significant role seafarers play in strengthening the country’s economy, Shri Shripad Yesoo Naik, Honourable Union Minister of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways & Tourism, said, “JNPA has been serving the maritime industry for the past 34 years and has contributed immensely to the country’s economy. We should appreciate the excellent work it has been doing for the betterment of the maritime sector. And this Seafarers Club is an example of that. I am happy that the port has taken cognizance of the problems and issues faced by the seafarers. The government is committed to resolve the challenges faced by the seafarers.”
“Seafarers strengthen India's economy by sacrificing a lot. They realize that growth of shipping industry will help India grow, so we should provide every possible help to the community. Support from the state government as well as local authorities is need of the hour. Besides, all other ports should come forward and work hand-in-hand to improve facilities at the port which will help the sector and the country prosper,” the minister added.
In his speech, Shri Unmesh Sharad Wagh, IRS, Deputy Chairman, JNPA, thanked the union Minister of State for gracing the occasion and said that the club with state-of-the-art amenities would be enhanced further and called all seafarers to take advantage of the facilities available at the facility.
Shri Ashish Shelar, MLA; Shri Mahesh Baldi, MLA and other dignitaries of the Maritime sector, and senior management of JNPA also attended the function.
Source : JNPA
President's Secretariat
PRESIDENT OF INDIA LAUNCHES ‘ADDICTION FREE ODISHA’ CAMPAIGN OF BRAHMA KUMARIS CENTRE, HATBADRA
LAYS FOUNDATION STONES FOR THE SKILL TRAINING HUB AND COMMUNITY CENTRE IN PAHADPUR VILLAGE
The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu launched the ‘Addiction Free Odisha’ campaign of Brahma Kumaris Centre at Hatbadra, Mayurbhanj today .
Speaking on the occasion, the President said that addiction is a disorder. It is a social, economic, physical and mental curse. Drug addiction causes tension in family and society. Therefore, there is a need to make people aware about the ill effects of drug abuse. She expressed confidence that when people understand the bad effects of drug abuse, they would definitely try to quit it.
The President said that addiction is the biggest enemy of society. Therefore, it is a noble deed to make people aware about it. She appreciated Brahma Kumaris Centre for being engaged in building a healthy society through spirituality. She wished for the success of the ‘Addiction Free Odisha’ campaign.
Earlier, the President reached Pahadpur village and paid her respect to Late Shri Shayam Charan Murmu. Subsequently, she laid the foundation stones for the Skill Training Hub and Community Centre in the village and interacted with villagers.
Ministry of Food Processing Industries
Integrated Cold Chain and Value Addition Infrastructure Scheme
Applications are invited through floating Expression of Interest  by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries  and proposals received in response to EoI are evaluated based on eligibility and assessment criteria enshrined in the guidelines for scheme for “Integrated Cold Chain & Value Addition Infrastructure”. This Scheme is implementation since 2008. Approval to eligible proposals is accorded based on merit of the individual proposal as well as funds available under the scheme. Grants-in-aid is released to such approved projects on fulfilling the milestones prescribed under the guidelines.
A total of 72 applications were received in response to the latest EoI dated 21st June 2022 inviting appplicaiton as per the scheme guidelines dated 8th June 2022. The applications were invited from eligible entities i.e. Private Limited Companies, Partnership Firms, Proprietorship Firms, Cooperatives and Public Limited Companies.
Out of 72 received applications, 53 applications were found eligible basedon eligibility and assessment criteria. Out of these 53 eligible applications, approval has been accorded to 24 entities. List of such entities is available in public domain on the website of the Ministry .
19 proposals have not been found eligible on account of not fulfilling the eligibility criteria specified in the scheme guidelines.
This information was given by the Minister of State for Food Processing Industries, Shri Prahlad Singh Patel in a written reply in Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Science & Technology
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh calls on Telangana Governor Dr Tamilsai Soundararajan at Raj Bhavan in Hyderabad
Both leaders exchange views about the status of various Central projects launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the State of Telangana; Also discuss modalities to implement Science, Technology and Innovation in the schools, particularly aimed at girl students
Dr Jitendra Singh said, CSIR-India Institute of Chemical Technology  and CSIR-Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology  at Hyderabad will open their gates for school students to know their innovations
Union Minister of State  Ministry of Science and Technology, MoS PMO, Space and Atomic Energy, Dr Jitendra Singh called on Governor Telangana & Lt. Governor Puducherry, Dr Tamilsai Soundararajan at Raj Bhavan in Hyderabad and exchanged views about the status of various Central projects launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the State of Telangana.
The Minister also discussed the modalities to implement Science, Technology and Innovation in schools, particularly aimed at girl students in the State.
Dr Jitendra Singh appreciated her address at the 'Women Scientists Conclave: Self Reliance,' at CSIR-IICT in Hyderabad, where Dr Soundararajan stressed on the need for encouraging more girls to take up research in science. The Minister promised all help from the Ministry of Science and Technology and the CSIR centre for empowering the girl child.
Dr Jitendra Singh informed Dr Soundararajan that only last month, Lucknow’s three prominent scientific institutes opened their gates to curious boys and girls as part of the 81st foundation day celebration of the CSIR. The three CSIR labs - National Botanical Research Institute , Central Drug Research Institute  and Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants  introduced students to their innovations.
Dr Jitendra Singh said, CSIR-India Institute of Chemical Technology  and CSIR-Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology  at Hyderabad will also open their gates for school students to inculcate scientific temperament among them, which the Governor deeply appreciated.
Dr Jitendra Singh also discussed the role of Start-Ups in propelling the Indian economy and creating huge job opportunities in Southern States, particularly the leading centres of Hyderabad and Bengaluru. The Minister expressed his desire to replicate the same model in Northern States as well.
Dr Jitendra Singh lauded the initiative of Dr Tamilsai Soundararajan to hold ‘praja darbar’ at Raj Bhavan and address the issues of needy persons with the discretionary grant available with the Raj Bhavan.
Dr Jitendra Singh, a renowned Diabetologist and Dr Dr Tamilsai Soundararajan, a noted Gynaecologist also exchanged notes on recent advances in medical science and changing profile of the medical profession.
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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Dr. Bharati Pravin Pawar presides over the International Week of Deaf People 2021- “Celebrating Thriving Deaf Communities”
Screening of infants for various ailments and disabilities should be mandatory: Dr. Bharati Pravin Pawar
Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Dr Bharati Pravin Pawar presided over and addressed the International Week of Deaf People 2021 at Central Health Education Bureau, New Delhi. The Directorate General of Health Services under the Union Health Ministry is commemorating the International Week of the Deaf People  2021 to create awareness on this issue through various activities including the involvement of stakeholders. The theme this year is “Celebrating Thriving Deaf Communities”.
Speaking at the event, Dr Bharati Pawar raised concern that there are about 9 crore people in India suffering from various hearing disabilities. She said as we are celebrating Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, we should go to our villages and see if we can help children in screening them for various ailments. Early diagnosis and prevention of disability have huge benefits. She added that screening of infants for various ailments and disabilities should be made mandatory, prevention is better than cure.
Echoing the vision and expressing her heartfelt gratitude to the Prime Minister of India, Dr Bharati Pawar said, “Under the leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister, we have proved to the world that India is a country which can produce its own medicine and can administer 1-2 Cr vaccines on a daily basis.” She encouraged people to celebrate their birthdays by gifting hearing aids and implants to children.
Giving an example from her childhood, she emphasised that there is a need to revive the old traditions of taking care of infants. It is important to take care of pregnant mother, she stressed. She suggested preparing a pocket book with QR codes having information about early screening and diagnosis of children as well as various helplines. This pocket book can be shared with ASHAs, Aanganwadi workers and other hospital staff. She also emphasised on the need to create awareness about various Government schemes like Ayushman Bharat so that people can get maximum benefits.
The International Week of the Deaf People  was first launched in 1958 in Rome, Italy. It is celebrated annually by the global Deaf Community during the last full week of September to commemorate the same month the first World Congress of the World Federation of the Deaf  was held. The International Week of the Deaf People is celebrated through various activities by Deaf Communities all around the world.
Dr. Sunil Kumar, DGHS, Dr. Kanwar Sen, Principal Consultant, DGHS, Dr. Anil Kumar, DDG, DGHS and other senior officers of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare were present at the occasion.
Ministry of Defence
Indian Army Mountaineering Expedition to MT Makalu  2019
First Indian Army Mountaineering Expedition to Mt Makalu  2019 has been ‘Flagged In’ by Hon’ble Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh on 28 June 2019. The Indian Army Mountaineering team achieved a singular distinction by placing sixteen members on the summit of Mt Makalu, the fifth highest peak of the world, on 16 May 2019. Indian Army has now climbed all eight-thousander peaks in Nepal.
The team led by Major Manoj Joshi was ‘Flagged Off’ by Director General of Military Training on 26 March 2019 at New Delhi. A highly experienced and balanced team was shortlisted and trained for the expedition which required sheer determination, team spirit and logistic support. The team experienced many difficulties and challenges en-route wherein they fought against nature’s fury, negotiated deep crevasses, withstood now blizzards and climbed near vertical rocks and ice walls but the sheer determination of the valiant climbers and the cohesive team effort brought laurels for the Army and the Nation.
The expedition has shown that given an opportunity, Army team is capable of reaching any height in any terrain under any circumstances.
Ministry of Women and Child Development
POSHAN Abhiyaan 
POSHAN Abhiyaan under Innovation component, envisages undertaking activities to be implemented intended to improve the service delivery system, capacity building of front line functionaries and community engagement for better nutritional outcomes. The successful pilots may be taken up later-on for scaling up in similar contextual specificities on a broader platform.
An Executive Committee has been set up under the Chairpersonship of Secretary, Ministry of Women & Child Development to provide policy support and guidance to States/ UTs under POSHAN Abhiyaan from time to time. A National Council on India’s Nutrition Challenges has also been set up under the Chairpersonship of Vice Chairman, NITI Aayog for policy direction, review, effective coordination and convergence between Ministries which have a sectoral responsibilty for the challenge of nutrition.
This information was given by Union Minister for Women and Child Development, Smt Maneka Sanjay Gandhi in reply to a question in Lok Sabha today.
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